FEMA Completes 167 Temporary Homes in Lahaina for Wildfire Survivors
FEMA Completes 167 Temporary Homes in Lahaina for Wildfire Survivors LAHAINA, Maui – A community of 167 brightly colored temporary homes for wildfire survivors was completed this week on a Lahaina hillside where no housing existed a few months ago. The final modular home at the Kilohana group housing site, developed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, was installed and is ready for occupancy. “It couldn’t have been done without everyone working together, being creative and solving problems,” said Forrest Lanning, FEMA’s joint housing task force leader. “This was a completely new type of housing project for FEMA, and we
FEMA Offices to Close for President Carter’s State Funeral, Jan. 9
FEMA Offices to Close for President Carter’s State Funeral, Jan. 9 SANTA FE, New Mexico — President Joe Biden has declared Thursday, Jan. 9, a National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter, who died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100. The official state funeral for Carter will take place on Jan. 9 in Washington, D.C. President Carter established the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on April 1, 1979. Out of respect for the former president, federal offices will be closed that day, including all FEMA offices in Chaves County: The Roswell Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at the Roswell Mall will be closed
State, FEMA Approve $9.77 Million to Replace Chestoa Pike Road Bridge
State, FEMA Approve $9.77 Million to Replace Chestoa Pike Road Bridge The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $9.77 million to replace Unicoi County’s Chestoa Pike Road Bridge which straddles the Nolichucky River and was destroyed when floodwaters from Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. Funding from FEMA’s Public Assistance program covers eligible costs to replace 13,451 square feet of the two-lane concrete bridge built in 1991, using best construction practices, modern means and methods, and Codes and Standards set by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials. FEMA’s share for this project
Answer Your Phone – FEMA May be Calling About Housing Resources
Answer Your Phone - FEMA May be Calling About Housing Resources FEMA is calling eligible survivors in Georgia regarding the Home Key housing initiative. The Home Key initiative provides rapid strategies for securing immediate housing for survivors of Hurricane Helene who have been displaced from their primary residence by using existing resources from various community partners. The program’s top priority is securing long-term housing assistance for survivors in greatest need. FEMA will conduct a thorough review of your case to establish a need for housing. If eligible, you will have to complete and provide FEMA with some paperwork, including Release
FEMA Approves Additional $1.3 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida’s Hurricanes
FEMA Approves Additional $1.3 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida's Hurricanes TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - FEMA has approved an additional $1.3 million to reimburse Florida communities for emergency work after Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby. This includes: $935,244 for Marion County for debris removal (Milton). $118,386 for Hernando County Sheriff’s Office for Emergency Protective Measures (Milton). $45,745 for Hernando County Sheriff’s Office for Emergency Protective Measures (Helene). $4,374 for Talquin Electric Cooperative, Inc. for Emergency Protective Measures (Debby). $3,208 Dixie District School Board for debris removal (Debby). $7,698 for the City of Newberry for debris removal (Debby). $25,551 for the City
FEMA Extends Application Deadline for North Carolinians Affected by Tropical Storm Helene
FEMA Extends Application Deadline for North Carolinians Affected by Tropical Storm Helene HICKORY, N.C. – At the request of the state of North Carolina, Tropical Storm Helene survivors now have until March 8, 2025, to apply for assistance with FEMA. With the extended deadline, FEMA still strongly urges survivors to apply as soon as possible. After the deadline of March 8, you may still submit documents, update your contact information and stay in contact with FEMA regarding your application, but you must apply before the deadline. FEMA assistance may include funds for temporary housing such as rental assistance or reimbursement
FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair Feb. 8 in Valdosta
FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair Feb. 8 in Valdosta FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, in Valdosta at the following location: Lowndes Civic Center 2108 E Hill Ave, Building D Valdosta, GA 31601 The Housing Resource Fair will bring together federal, state and local agencies in one place to offer services and resources to families recovering from Hurricane Helene. The goal of this collaborative effort is to help connect eligible disaster survivors with affordable housing along with valuable information and resources on their road to recovery. Survivors will
Don’t Wait! Friday is the last day to apply for FEMA assistance in Mercer County, W.Va.
Don’t Wait! Friday is the last day to apply for FEMA assistance in Mercer County, W.Va. CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Friday is the last day for Mercer County residents to apply for FEMA Assistance if they had damages from the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS FRIDAY, FEB. 7, 2025. FEMA assistance for individuals and families affected by the flooding can cover home repairs, personal property losses and other disaster-related needs not covered by insurance. Survivors can visit the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to apply and talk face-to-face with FEMA staff. The Mercer County
FEMA hosting media opportunity at Mercer County, W.Va., disaster recovery center
FEMA hosting media opportunity at Mercer County, W.Va., disaster recovery center The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) will be available to media at 10:30 a.m., Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at the Princeton, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). West Virginia FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Georgeta Dragoiu and a representative of the SBA will be present to provide an update on the recovery mission following the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. Dragoiu will speak on the approval of more than $2 million in disaster aid; the upcoming deadline to apply on Friday, Feb.
Roswell Disaster Recovery Center to Close, but FEMA is Still Here
Roswell Disaster Recovery Center to Close, but FEMA is Still Here SANTA FE, New Mexico. – The deadline for applying to FEMA for federal disaster assistance has passed, and while the Roswell Disaster Recovery Center will close permanently at 5 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 18, FEMA is not leaving Chaves County. FEMA continues working with the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (NMDHSEM) to help survivors and communities in their recovery from the Oct. 19-20 severe storm and flooding. You can still visit DisasterAssistance.gov (or DisasterAssistance.gov/es for Spanish) or call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 (TTY 800-462-7585). The helpline is live